Lead Internal Auditor – Hybrid, Leeds

Yorkshire Water; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Yorkshire Water in Leeds is seeking an Internal Auditor on a fixed-term contract until July 2027 to join the Audit team. The role focuses on planning and delivering complex audits, coordinating with senior stakeholders and driving robust risk and control frameworks.

You will work in a hybrid model with Leeds office two days per week, contribute to assurance activities, mentor junior staff, and help strengthen governance and value for customers.

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified in internal audit.
• Proven experience delivering high-quality internal audits.
• Experience in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, scope and deliver complex audits per standards.
• Lead and peer-review audits and investigations.
• Report findings to Internal Audit Manager.
• Advise on risk and control improvements.
• Collaborate with risk champions for broader coverage.
• Coach junior staff and promote continuous improvement.

Skills

Integrity

Audit experience

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

Regulated sector experience

Education

Professional internal audit qualification

Job description

Yorkshire Water in Leeds is seeking an Internal Auditor on a fixed-term contract until July 2027 to join the Audit team. The role focuses on planning and delivering complex audits, coordinating with senior stakeholders and driving robust risk and control frameworks.

You will work in a hybrid model with Leeds office two days per week, contribute to assurance activities, mentor junior staff, and help strengthen governance and value for customers.